Art Happens

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What is Art Happens?

A UK public museum, gallery, historic house, library or archive, and at least provisionally accredited under the Arts Council Accreditation Scheme; or a not-for-profit visual arts organisation with a public focus.

100% of funds raised go directly to your project
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Art Fund covers the cost of campaign donor rewards and a project film

We cover the costs of producing a film and donor rewards, and we offer a range of resources to help you run a successful campaign.

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Art Happens since 2014

With the support of our members and donors, in 2019 we helped hundreds of UK museums to grow their collections and inspire new audiences.

159,000

750+

£4.7 million

970+

Members

Museums and galleries in our network

Awarded in grants for acquisitions

Objects and works of art acquired

What you will need

Crowdfunding through Art Happens is about more than just fundraising. It can help you to raise awareness of your organisation and the work you're doing, Reash new audiences, engage your existing supporters in new ways - and encourage visitors to go from going to giving.

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How you can get started with Art Happens

01. Are you ready for crowdfunding?

Take our interactive quiz to find out if you are ready for crowdfunding

TAKE THE QUIZ

02. Talk to us about your project

Book a one-to-one with us to find out more about the platform and discuss your campaign ideas.

BOOK A CALL

03. Attend a workshop

Once you’ve completed the quiz and spoken to us, book a place on our next workshop to learn everything you will need to know before submitting a proposal.

BOOK THE WORKSHOP

CASE STUDY

Art Happens is much better than Kickstarter or IndieGoGo. Would recommend.

Jenny Hand, Director, The Munnings Art Museum

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Art Happens FAQs

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